- Commuter activity continued to rebound in 2025, with public transportation usage into Boston showing sustained strength. The MBTA recorded increased weekday ridership across all major lines, continuing its steady recovery toward pre-pandemic levels.
- The Commuter Rail continues to lead the recovery, surpassing 85% of pre-pandemic ridership, followed closely by the Green Line at approximately 84%. While the Orange and Red Lines trail slightly, both remain on a positive trajectory, with ridership recovered to roughly 77% and 68%, respectively.
- Comparing October 2019 to October 2025, Boston office visitation was 61% recovered, suggesting that there is a lag between commuter recovery and office visitation.
Boston’s MBTA sees commuter volume continue to recover
Monthly MBTA weekday ridership
January 21, 2026
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